Meditation has gained increased presence as an accepted method for calming and even treatment of many different issues. In terms of drug and alcohol addiction recovery, meditation can work wonders. Meditation is an effective approach for treating addiction [1], especially when used in conjunction with other therapies and treatments. Meditation can take many different forms, including focused meditation, mindfulness meditation,…

Men in recovery all want to get sober, and they want to stay sober as well. There are some things men may not know about sobriety, such as benefits and risks of relapse. At Boca House for Men, we offer sobriety support for men in many stages of recovery. Our halfway house for men offers support an accountability. As men…

Stress management techniques are so helpful for men in recovery, especially men dealing with anger, resentment and other long term, taxing emotions. Though these are relaxation techniques for recovering men, they can be used by just about anyone. Share it with friends and family for bring up some of these methods in your next session and ask for more guidance.…

If you’re looking for yet another reason to quit drinking, Boca House, sober living in Florida, suggests you consider the long term damaging effects. Recent studies released by scientists are indicating that binge drinking can dramatically increase the risk of a bleeding stroke. According to French researchers, those who drink three or more alcoholic beverages a day become more likely…

Now that your loved one has finally made the decision to regain control over their lives by stopping their substance abuse, the importance of family support while in a sober living house is more prevalent than ever. Readjusting to the daily trials and tribulations of life can prove to be especially challenging to someone who is new to recovery treatment. Without…

Just in case you needed another reason to not want to drink ever again, a recent study revealing that alcohol death rates are higher than HIV/AIDS deaths, violence and tuberculous combined, might convince you to stop drinking, even if you are already addicted to alcohol. These findings shed light on a worldwide problem that needs to be addressed – the…

Recently, a study has come out that reveals that a natural protein in the brain could help put a stop to excessive drinking. A compound, Neuropeptide, which is naturally found in the part of the brain that is responsible for managing risk and reward, has recently been discovered to put a halt to alcoholism. According to Dr. Thomas L. Kash,…

The National Collegiate Athletic Association has faced recent criticism regarding their current drug policy. According to Brian Hainline, chief medical officer for the organization, “the NCAA’s doping policy is outdated, and there needs to be more consistency among schools.” Since the organization allows each individual school to set their own policy regarding drug testing, as well as set the grounds…

A new bill has been created by the California Legislature, in an effort to put an end to the excessive amount of prescription pill abuse that is running rampant throughout the nation. The bill will target the problem by having medical professionals opt for new types of prescription opioids that aim to deter potential drug abusers. These new types of…